No matter where one is in their journey of singleness, Unveiled is a valuable companion. Jamie speaks with raw honesty, authority, and grace throughout every chapter. Although primarily addressed to female readers, even men can glean from the powerful Biblical truths within. I’m not usually a reader, but even I found this book accessible and compelling. Even in areas where I considered myself strong, the book’s wisdom spoke to those and allowed for deeper levels of introspection and processing. After finishing, I definitely want to review each chapter’s big ideas as the Lord guides me in this season. Easy recommendation to all!
Jamie’s book, Unveiled: 11 Secrets to Living the Abundant Single Life is a book for single ladies, but it’s also so much more than that. First, though, let’s talk about the single ladies. (To be fair, the book is really for ANY single person, but she writes primarily to women.) I spent 34 years as a single girl myself, and I know it can be a long and sometimes frustrating journey, if your heart desires marriage. Jamie knows this too, but she has found a way to reach genuine contentment as she waits for God to unveil her story. She has actually achieved that far more completely than I ever did. I wish I would have been able to read this book years ago!
Through a blend of thorough Scripture examples and her own experience, Jamie explains how it’s truly possible to experience God’s good gifts, even while you’re waiting for the gift of marriage. She teaches readers how to forgive hurts of the past, live in God’s abundant grace, and move ahead in His freedom. She offers insights between living with expectations and living expectantly. And she also shares so much more about how to live fully in a season of waiting.
And that is what makes this a book that can reach more than just the single crowd. People wait for all kinds of things. People wrestle with all kinds of past hurts. People have a universal longing for freedom and joy. So even though she may be focusing on the details of singleness, the principles are universally applicable.
I read this book several months ago, but I read the whole thing again when I received the official book, and I learned so much even the second time through. I underlined all through the book and took away nuggets I will use in my daily life, even as a married woman!
Jamie’s book is bathed in Scripture, contains all sorts of evaluations, music suggestions, practical application suggestions, personal reflection questions, prayer offerings, and more. This isn’t just a book. This is a whole toolbox!
I am so proud of Jamie – and not just because she wrote a book. I’m proud of her for taking the time to learn these eleven secrets straight from the Lord in the years of her own longing and waiting. I’m proud of her for working so hard to organize everything into a beautiful gift to present to others in seasons of waiting. I’m proud of her for allowing God to lead the timing of this whole project.
I’m excited to tell you about this book, especially if you’re single. Jamie’s beautiful heart shines through on every page, reflecting HIS heart for His people!
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